CHAPTER TWO Sketching and Building a Photo Reference Library

In this chapter we are going to discuss the benefits and pleasures of using sketchbooks and the value of creating a photographic reference library.

SKETCHING

Most of my work is done on my A0 size drawing board in my studio, but I also like to sketch outside on location and I do so whenever I can. However, because of the high level of precision and details in my art, it’s not practical for me to draw a complete picture outside, so I spend many hours inside at my drawing board working and listening to pod-casts and audiobooks to keep me focused and pass the time as I beaver away ...

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